Since its launch in 2015, the high-octane sports game *Rocket League* has captivated fans with its unique blend of soccer and vehicular mayhem. With the arrival of Season 18, the game continues to evolve, introducing fresh features and exciting updates. Here's everything you need to know about the release date and new additions in *Rocket League* Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 Release Date
*Rocket League* Season 18 kicked off on Friday, March 14 at 12 pm EST across all supported platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Players logging in during Season 18 can claim the exclusive Future Fashion player banner. Additionally, the Breathe player anthem is available for free in the item shop until 2:59 am EST on Friday, March 21, as part of the season's launch incentives.
The season is set to run until Wednesday, June 18, giving players ample time to complete Rocket Passes and seasonal challenges to earn more rewards. For those looking to maximize their experience, the new premium Rocket Pass offers access to a range of new car customizations, ensuring players can score in style. With a new arena, mutators, features, and car bodies, *Rocket League* continues to push the boundaries of excitement in Season 18.
Rocket League Season 18 New Features
Season 18 introduces several exciting additions to *Rocket League*. The new arena, Futura Garden, offers a fresh environment for players to compete in. Additionally, two new car bodies, the Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack and the Azura, have been added. The Daytona, which comes with the Season 18 premium Rocket Pass, features a Dominus-style hitbox, while the Azura, available in later tiers of the pass, uses a Breakout-style hitbox. Both car bodies are cross-playable in *Fortnite* once unlocked. A new sound cue has also been added, providing a satisfying ping when the ball narrowly misses the goal.
A variety of mutators have been introduced to modify game conditions in Exhibition Mode and private matches, with some existing mutators receiving slight modifications. Players can now engage in season-specific challenges and competitive matches, as well as participate in Season 18 tournaments with unique rewards. Any unspent Season 17 points will be automatically converted into rewards.
On the technical side, Season 18 includes adjustments to the center of mass for several car bodies and refinements to the game's internal matchmaking processes within subregions. Numerous performance issues and bugs have been addressed, as detailed in the patch notes from Epic Games. To enhance player safety and promote a sportsmanlike community, a new voice reporting feature has been implemented, allowing players to report toxic behavior post-match in accordance with the game's community rules.
That covers all the key details about *Rocket League* Season 18. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, there's plenty to explore and enjoy in this latest season.
*Rocket League is available now on various platforms.*
